Flight Test Service Engineer - On-Site Wichita, KS

Energy Consulting group; Kansas; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an On-site Flight Test Service Engineer to maintain airworthiness standards and support flight tests of aircraft engines. The role offers significant responsibilities in technical development and requires strong qualifications, including an FAA A&P License and extensive experience in aircraft maintenance and customer relations. The position allows for both hands-on and strategic responsibilities, contributing to the forefront of aviation technology.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Competitive Compensation Package

Qualifications

• Valid FAA A&P License required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in aircraft engine maintenance.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules and travel.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining airworthiness of both uncertified and certified engines.
• Supporting test plans for engine and aircraft certification.
• Managing spare parts and ensuring readiness for flight tests.

Skills

Maintenance of aircraft engines

Technical support

Customer relations

Problem analysis

Communication skills

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License

Bachelor's degree or high school diploma with relevant experience

Tools

Aircraft Engine Borescope

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Profile Summary
The On-site Flight Test Service Engineer (FTSE) is responsible for the execution of standard operational/technical tasks associated with maintaining the airworthiness of an aircraft engine at the Customer facility. Candidate must be capable to adjust priorities to complete task/duties based on changing work situations. These activities contribute to the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of new uncertified engines undergoing flight test at the customer test facility and also new certified engines at the customer production facility. In addition, maintenance support will be provided to customer fielded engines after GE Catalyst Turboprop engine enters customer service. Candidate will join a team of experienced engineers and mechanics working on the state-of-the-art brand-new GE Catalyst Turboprop. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of safety, acceptability and engineering requirements. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serves as part of the technical staff responsible for maintaining the airworthiness of an uncertified engine undergoing flight test.
• Serves as part of the technical staff responsible for maintaining the airworthiness of a certified engine in customer new production facility and fielded aircraft.
• Supports and enables test plans for engine and aircraft certification.
• Expected work distribution is 50% hands on maintenance tasks and 50% technical development
• Provides technical feedback and interface with Product Support, Product Engineering, Field Service Engineering, Suppliers, and GE’s direct customer.
• Basic understanding of Jet Engines and flight test environment; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
• May have some autonomy to make decisions within a defined framework. Resolves issues in situations that require good technical knowledge and judgment within established procedures. Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
• Develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface between customer and GE. Explains technical information to others. A job at this level requires good interpersonal skills and may be required to train and lead junior members of the team and/or customer staff.
• Manages spares through receiving, storage and shipment process to ensure that program is ready to support aircraft flight test.

Required Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college or a high school diploma with relevant experience with at least 3 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of Aircraft or Aircraft Engines.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible and off-shift hours (including 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift, nights, weekends, and holidays) when business needs dictate.
• Ability and willingness to travel to and support operations at offsite locations when business needs dictate.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in the execution of standard operational and technical tasks of maintaining and servicing aircraft engines.
• Familiarization with aircraft or engine maintenance practices and use of hand tools.
• Familiarization with aircraft or engines in the Turboprop Market including GE Engines and its competitors.
• Familiarization with the usage of Aviation Manuals such as Line Maintenance Manual, Installation Instructions and procedures.
• Experience with the use of Aircraft Engine Borescope equipment.
• Experience with working directly with customer and/or customer support experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is anEqual Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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